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l

/ɛl/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

The twelfth letter of the modern English alphabet.

Example Sentences:
  • The word 'little' starts with the letter l.
  • Write your name with a capital L at the beginning.
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English Synonyms & Near Equivalents

Comprehensive Thesaurus Breakdown

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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Phoenician letter lamedh, which meant 'goad', representing a cattle prod. It was adopted by the Greeks as lambda and later by the Romans into the Latin alphabet as L.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a lowercase 'l' as a straight standing line like a flagpole.

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Frequently Asked Questions About “l

1. What is the meaning of “l” in English?

In English, l (noun) is defined as: “The twelfth letter of the modern English alphabet.”.

2. How do you use “l” in a sentence?

The word 'little' starts with the letter l.

3. What are English synonyms of “l”?

Common synonyms include:eleventh letter,alphabetic character

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “l”?

Derived from the Phoenician letter lamedh, which meant 'goad', representing a cattle prod. It was adopted by the Greeks as lambda and later by the Romans into the Latin alphabet as L.